March · India
Best time to visit Rishikesh in March Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Rishikesh in March
Average temperature 22°C, 47 mm of rain, about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 46% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
March score
9.4/10
Ranked #1 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 22°C
- Rainfall
- 47 mm
- Humidity
- 46%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 23
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
March in Rishikesh scores 9.4/10 for nature and wildlife travel - the single best month of the year. Expect around 22°C, 47 mm of rain, and roughly 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Rishikesh sits where the Ganges leaves the Himalayan foothills, with ashrams, suspension bridges, and rafting rapids.
March: the best month of the year in Rishikesh
March averages 22°C (71°F) — warm for the outdoors: start trails early, use shaded routes at midday, and carry more water than you think you need.
Rainfall runs 47 mm, so plan one flexible day in three; you still get about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 11.8 hours of daylight.
On our climate-comfort scale this is the top-ranked month of the year for Rishikesh at 9.4/10 — the reference point every other month on this page is measured against.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a packable rain layer, footwear you can get muddy.
Plan for peak pricing, with this is one of the busiest months here. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Rishikesh in March?
- In March, Rishikesh averages 22°C, 47 mm of rain, and about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 9.4/10.
- Is March a good time to visit Rishikesh?
- March earns a 9.4/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Rishikesh in March?
- Expect about 47 mm of rain in March. Average humidity is 46% and there are about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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